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Transportation to site: To reach the program site on your own, you have two options. The first is with public bus. Curreri Co. buses depart from the stop in front of the airport terminal. The ticket (EUR 10 pp) can be purchased on board the bus. The ride takes about 1.5 hours with various stops along the way. In Sorrento, get off at the Circumvesuviana train station. From there, take a taxi for the short ride to the hotel. Fare is about EUR 10. If you can manage your bags for a 7 min. walk to the hotel, turn left as you exit the station, walk to the end of the paved lot behind the station, climb the 20 steps that lead to Viale degli Aranci. Turn right, the hotel is 300 ft. ahead. The second option, a private transfer direct from the airport to the hotel in Sorrento can be arranged through a local agency. Contact Lavinia Tour tel. 011 39 06 3937 7453, fax 011 39 06 3937 6910, email: agenziaviaggi@laviniatour.it. Fare is approx. EUR 170 for the service.

Transportation to site: To reach the Naples airport on your own, there are no direct public ground transportation services from Minori. A private transfer direct from the hotel in Minori to the Naples airport can be arranged through a local agency, tel. 011 39 06 3937 7453, fax 011 39 06 3937 6910, email: agenziaviaggi@laviniatour.it. Private car and driver will cost approx. EUR 175.

Description: Sorrento has been a mecca for illustrious visitors – writers, musicians, and royalty – since the 1700s. Exceptional for its cleanliness and safety in a region not often associated with these virtues, Sorrento is the ideal base for exploration of the bay’s resources, while offering a vibrant life of its own. Our programs reside at a comfortable four-star facility overlooking lemon and orange groves, and mere minutes on foot from the old town.

Room amenities: Each room has soundproof windows, small terrace, private bath, minibar, satellite TV, hair dryer, safe for valuables and individual temperature control (air conditioning in the summer; heat in the winter)

Facility amenities: Relax in the spacious lounge in the lobby. Enjoy a drink made by a professional barista in the lobby lounge. A rooftop pool with lounge, snack and bar service is open May-Sept. Free Wi-Fi connection throughout the hotel.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: varies by seasonIf you plan to book additional nights at the hotel, Lavinia Tour, Trinity College’s partnering agency in Rome: info.reserv@laviniatour.it. Another option is to book directly through the hotel’s online reservation system www.hotelcesareaugusto.com. Indicate to the hotel or agency at the time of your booking that you are with the Road Scholar group and every effort will be made to ensure continuity of room assignment.

Description: On the Amalfi Coast lies the seaside resort of Minori. Archaeological evidence based on the ruins of an imperial age villa uncovered nearby indicates the area was populated by Romans in the 1st century. Today the village continues to attract visitors to its tranquil shores and piazza-like atmosphere. Perfectly situated near Amalfi, Ravello, Maiori and the ceramic tile center of Vietri, Minori will serve as our base. From there we will coach to Paestum, a 5th century Greek settlement with magnificently preserved temples.

Facility amenities: The hotel is a short walk from the beach and sea front promenade. Breakfast and dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant. Relax in the spacious lounge with full bar service. The outdoor pool is open May—September. There is an internet point in the lobby for your convenience; charges apply.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: varies by seasonTo book additional nights at the hotel, email Lavinia Tour, Trinity College’s partnering agency in Rome, info.reserv@laviniatour.it. Another option is to book directly through the hotel’s online reservation system www.hotelvillaromana.it. Indicate to the hotel or agency at the time of your booking that you are with the Road Scholar group and every effort will be made to ensure continuity of room assignment.

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*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!